Overview
Beardslee is a 20 MW hydroelectric power plant in New York, United States, operated by Erie Boulevard Hydropower LP. It generates renewable electricity from hydropower.
Beardslee is a hydroelectric power plant located in New York, United States, with an operational capacity of 20 megawatts. The facility is owned by Erie Boulevard Hydropower LP and is currently operational, contributing to the region's renewable energy portfolio. As a hydroelectric facility, Beardslee utilizes the flow of water to generate electricity without direct fuel combustion, resulting in minimal air emissions. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and must comply with environmental standards set by the Clean Water Act and state-level regulations. The plant plays a role in the local power grid by providing clean, renewable energy. Its capacity of 20 MW places it in the small-to-medium scale for hydroelectric plants in the United States. The facility supports New York's renewable energy goals and helps reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
Environmental context
Hydroelectric power generation like Beardslee has a low carbon footprint compared to fossil fuel plants, but can affect local aquatic ecosystems through changes in water flow and fish passage. The facility's location in New York involves compliance with state water quality standards and potential impacts on river habitats. Proximity to populated areas may influence operational constraints to minimize environmental disruption.
Frequently asked questions
Beardslee is located in New York, United States, at coordinates 43.019100, -74.741300.
Beardslee has a capacity of 20 megawatts, making it a small-to-medium scale hydroelectric facility.
Beardslee is owned by Erie Boulevard Hydropower LP.
Hydroelectric plants in the U.S. are regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for licensing and by the Clean Water Act for water quality. State-level environmental agencies also impose requirements.
Beardslee generates electricity from hydropower, a renewable source that produces no direct CO2 emissions, supporting New York's clean energy targets.